HR Advisor in Dover)

New Appointments Group; Dover; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is looking for an experienced HR Advisor for a temporary 3-month assignment in Dover. This hands-on role focuses on Employee Relations, requiring strong experience in managing ER cases and providing HR support to managers during organizational growth. The position is hybrid after training, involving proactive HR advice and compliance with UK employment law. The ideal candidate should hold a CIPD Level 5 qualification and have a strong background in industrial or manufacturing environments.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of HR experience, especially in Employee Relations.
• Ability to work independently and manage ER cases up to tribunal level.
• Strong background in industrial, manufacturing, or construction environments.

Responsibilities

• Provide proactive HR and ER advice to managers.
• Manage Employee Relations cases up to tribunal level.
• Ensure compliance with UK employment legislation.

Skills

Employee Relations

HR advice

UK employment law

CIPD Level 5

Education

CIPD Level 5 qualification or equivalent experience

Job description

HR Advisor – Location: Dover (hybrid working after training) – Contract: Temporary 3‑month assignment – Start: ASAP

We are recruiting an experienced HR Advisor for a newly created role to support the business during a period of significant growth. This is a hands‑on, ER‑focused contract role requiring someone confident stepping into a fast‑paced environment and adding value immediately.

The Role

This position will provide operational HR support with a strong emphasis on Employee Relations, supporting managers and senior leaders across the business and managing cases through to tribunal where required.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide proactive HR and ER advice to managers and senior stakeholders
• Independently manage Employee Relations cases up to and including tribunal level
• Ensure compliance with UK employment legislation and internal policies
• Support day‑to‑day HR operations during a period of business growth

Candidate Profile

• CIPD Level 5 qualified (or equivalent experience)
• Strong Employee Relations background with proven experience managing high volumes of ER cases, including complex cases at senior level, up to and including tribunal
• Experience working within an industrial, manufacturing, or construction environment
• Confident, pragmatic, and able to step into a 3‑month contract and operate with minimal supervision
• Strong knowledge of UK employment law

Working Arrangements

• On‑site initially
• Hybrid working available once fully trained
• 37 hours per week, Monday to Friday

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment in line with the Equality Act 2010. All qualified applicants will be considered regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation.